Booking a Longer Stay in Minneapolis

Engine lists extended stay hotels in Minneapolis for anyone booking a longer stay, from employees on temporary assignments or relocations to teams on multi-week projects. Among the properties you can book through Engine is Element by Marriott Minneapolis Downtown, offering in-room kitchens and 156 rooms. These hotels provide apartment-style suites that give you more space and the convenience of preparing meals during an extended stay.

Engine booking data shows May is Minneapolis's busiest month for business travel, with about 23% more room nights than the city's average month. If your project starts in May, book the block early.

Minneapolis draws business travelers for temporary assignments, training programs, and multi-week projects across healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and other industries. The hotels on this list offer apartment-style rooms with in-room kitchens, giving individuals on relocations and teams on extended projects more space and flexibility than a standard room. You can search, compare, and book these hotels on Engine, and for a stay of 9 or more guest rooms, Engine Groups handles the room-block booking. Engine offers consolidated invoicing, pre-negotiated rates, multiple payment options, and no membership fee.

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Element by Marriott Minneapolis Downtown

3-star hotel 4.8 Excellent (1004)

Element offers 156 apartment-style suites with in-room kitchens in downtown Minneapolis, designed for longer stays and relocation assignments.

  • Free breakfast avail.
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Oakwood At Symphony Place

3-star hotel

Serves employees on multi-week assignments who need accommodations beyond a standard room. Amenities vary by property.

  • Free parking avail.
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Days Hotel by Wyndham University Ave SE

3-star hotel 3.7 Great (1463)

Located near University Avenue, this 130-room property has kitchen-equipped rooms for extended stays and training programs.

  • Free breakfast avail.
  • Free parking avail.
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Frequently asked questions

What makes a hotel an extended-stay hotel in Minneapolis?
Extended-stay hotels offer apartment-style suites with in-room kitchens or kitchenettes, designed for stays of a week or more. These properties give you more space than a standard guest room and the convenience of cooking your own meals. Amenities like on-site laundry, free breakfast, and weekly housekeeping vary by property.
How far in advance should I book an extended stay in Minneapolis for my team?
If you're booking for a larger group, start as early as possible. Availability for multiple rooms at the same property can fill up quickly, especially during peak business travel seasons. For nine or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the booking; for eight or fewer, you can book self-serve through the platform.
What should I compare when choosing an extended-stay hotel for a multi-week project?
Look at location relative to your worksite or office, the size and layout of the suites, and what's included (like parking, Wi-Fi, and breakfast). Check whether the property offers the kitchen setup your team needs and whether amenities like a fitness center or meeting space matter for your timeline. Engine lets you search and compare these hotels side by side.
What's the difference between an extended-stay hotel and a standard hotel for a longer trip?
Extended-stay hotels have in-room kitchens, more living space, and layouts built for weeks at a time, not just a night or two. A standard hotel room works for short trips, but apartment-style suites make longer assignments more comfortable and give travelers a place to settle in. Properties like Element by Marriott Minneapolis Downtown and Residence Inn by Marriott Minneapolis Edina are designed with that in mind.
How do I book a block of extended-stay rooms in Minneapolis?
For nine or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the booking. For eight rooms or fewer, you can book self-serve on the Engine platform. Either way, you get consolidated invoicing, pre-negotiated rates, multiple payment options, and no membership fee.

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